Bachelor of Engineering (Energy Systems)
College of Engineering & Informatics
Key facts
Entry requirements
Minimum Grade Higher C3 in two subjects and Passes in four other subjects at Higher or Ordinary Level in the Leaving Certificate including: Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), Agricultural Science or Technology) and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.
Additional requirements
Minimum Grade C3 in the Higher Level Leaving Certificate paper in Mathematics or alternatively obtain a pass in the Special Engineering Entrance Examination in Mathematics (held in the University).
For A-Levels: A minimum of Grade C in Mathematics is required.
Duration:
4 years
Next start date: September 2012
Entry points(2011): 390
A Level Grades (2011): AAB (A-Levels)
Average intake: 20
Course overview
Energy Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary programme, covering fundamental engineering knowledge and skills in such areas as energy conversion, electrical power systems and energy management (like buildings, transport, industry, etc.), along with modules on energy sources, energy policy, economics and associated environmental issues. The programme will provide students with the skills to develop into professional engineers who have a broad view of energy systems, with optional modules providing technical focus for different sectors of the industry.
The early years of the programme will cover the fundamental sciences and mathematics along with introductory modules on energy systems and sources. Advanced modules in engineering design, analysis and information technology will support multidisciplinary energy systems design projects. Elective modules will enable students to specialise in particular energy sectors that include buildings, transportation, renewable and conventional power generation and electrical power systems.
Students will engage in multidisciplinary energy systems design projects containing many aspects of engineering analysis and design that include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Informatics, Professional Skills, Economics and Policy. Students will gain specialist knowledge in particular energy sectors that include buildings, transportation, renewable and conventional power generation, electrical power systems, energy informatics and policy.
Students will also undertake a five-month (April-August) work placement after their third year of study, either off- or on-campus, which significantly improves their chances of obtaining employment after graduation.
Course outline
Year 1
- Mathematics
- Mathematical Physics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Civil, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering
- Introduction to Energy Systems
- Engineering Graphics
- Industrial Innovation
- Engineering Computing
Year 2
- Mathematics
- Mathematical Physics
- Strength of Materials
- Electrical Circuits and Systems
- Theory of Machines
- Fluid mechanics
- Engineering Computation
- Energy and Sustainability Laboratories and Project
Year 3 and 4
Core Topics:
- Energy in Buildings
- Thermal Systems Engineering
- Materials for Energy
- Computation and Modelling
- Power Systems
- Control Systems
- Energy Policy and Economics
- Professional Skills and Management
- Energy Informatics
- Energy Systems Laboratory Exercises and Projects
Optional Topics:
- Sustainable Construction
- Bioenergy
- Advanced Engineering Design
- Power Electronics
- Energy Systems in Buildings
- Instrumentation and Networks
- Renewable Energy Technologies
Further education
Students can earn PhD and MEngSc degrees, through research work, with an optional minor taught element (in the case of the MEngSc). Students can specialise in one of the departments' various areas of research in energy, working with a high degree of independence, and becoming experts on their chosen topic. This work is usually published in international conferences and journals.
Find out more
The College of Engineering and Informatics
T 353 (0)91 524 411
F 353 (0)91 750 558
E engineeringandinformatics@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/engineeringandinformatics/
